Can I register a vehicle in Florida with a “TX NON-REPAIRABLE FLOOD” title?

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A ‘TX NON-REPAIRABLE FLOOD’ title signifies that the vehicle cannot be re-registered in the U.S. and is intended for parts only. In Florida, like elsewhere in the U.S., you can only use this vehicle for parts or export it. It cannot be legally registered or driven on public roads.

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Understanding Salvage Titles: A Comprehensive Overview

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Many individuals remain unclear about the intricacies of a salvage title and the processes through which a vehicle achieves this designation. A salvage title isn’t merely a label; it’s an indicator of a vehicle’s history, typically signifying that it has sustained damage that exceeds a specific threshold of its value. The ambiguity surrounding this term has given rise to a plethora of misconceptions. Some believe it implies the vehicle is no longer roadworthy, while others might mistakenly associate it with minor damages. Dive deeper to understand the realities of salvage titles, their implications in the automotive world, and how they intersect with salvage vehicle auctions. By grasping the essence of this term, potential buyers can make more informed decisions when venturing into the domain of car auctions .

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How can we find out why a vehicle has a Salvage Title?

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The vehicle could have a salvage title for many reasons. Flood, theft, accident, hail etc. Most of the time you can guesstimate just by looking at the pictures. If you have questions regarding a particular vehicle, please email us at info[at]ridesafely.com with the inventory number and we can try to see if can provide more detailed information on that particular vehicle. Learn more about What is a Salvage Title? Read more

When i buy a car that says “Damage type: Water Flood”, does it mean that i can not fix it? Do most of the customers that get those kind of cars are able to fix them or they just use them for Parts?

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Water/Flood vehicles can be fixed. Please be very aware that depending on extend of the water damage/water level in the vehicle, parts such as engine, electrical etc may be severely damaged. Most of the flood vehicles would not sell as “Run and Drive” just to prevent engine from starting in the case it may have water in it. Read more

What does it mean the damage type Water/Flood?

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A “flood title” on vehicle details means the car has damage from sitting in water deep enough to fill the engine compartment.
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